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Pa. German Squirrel Figure

Arsen Maralian

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a sculpture featuring a small animal with an elaborate pinecone-shaped tail. The creature is sitting upright on its haunches, clasping and munching on a nut. The sculpture is rendered in earthy tones, with the animal's body primarily in shades of brown and its bushy tail exhibiting a textured, scale-like pattern in lighter shades. The drawing captures the intricate texture of the body and tail. The background is subdued, keeping the focus on the central figure. The drawing is signed "A. Maralian."

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
3305 × 4252 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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